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Event:
IFC 67: Thomas vs Chugman
Date: Sep 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Island misses with a takedown
and Van Rijn counters with a left and a right that stings Island.
Island takes a shot right to the liver - Bas would have been proud of that punch.#CL2#
Island tries to keep at a distance but Van Rijn has taken the fight into the clinch.
Van Rijn scores with a shot to the side of Island's head.
Van Rijn has a couple of punches blocked by Island.
Van Rijn prevents the takedown attempt.
Van Rijn misses with a hook from the clinch.
Van Rijn pushes Island back against the cage and lands a hook to the side of the head.
Van Rijn lands with a short head shot on the inside.
Van Rijn lands with a short head shot on the inside.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Van Rijn scores with a shot to the side of Island's head.
Van Rijn gets underhooks to prevent Island's takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mister Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Van Rijn lands a body shot.
Van Rijn tries to land a shot to the body but it's blocked.
Van Rijn working on landing some head shots here - that one got through nicely.
A nice left hand lands by Van Rijn.
Island's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!#T1#
Van Rijn lands a body shot.
Van Rijn makes some space for himself and lands an uppercut.
Island tries to jump guard but he falls flat on his backside. Van Rijn smiles and moves away.
Island shoots and misses
and Van Rijn counters with a series of strikes. Island will be more careful next time no doubt.
Island goes for a double leg but Van Rijn avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as Van Rijn continues to drive forward.
Island sets himself, and Van Rijn steps forward looking for the clinch! Island avoids it this time.
Island shoots and misses #CL2#
and Van Rijn moves into the clinch.
Van Rijn scores with an uppercut up the middle.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Rijn.
Van Rijn throws a blind hook that connects with the side of Islands head.
Van Rijn throws a hook to the body. More of an arm punch but it's all scoring with the judges.
Island is breathing heavily.
Van Rijn is working Island over against the cage.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Van Rijn lands a shoulder strike that jolts his opponent's head backwards.
Island's head jolts backwards as he takes an uppercut right on the button!
Van Rijn scores with an uppercut up the middle.
Van Rijn has been looking to improve his clinch game in recent weeks. Island seems to have the measure of him in the clinch so far, so let's see if Van Rijn can turn it around.
Van Rijn lands a left hand.
Van Rijn lands a nice looking hook to the body, against the cage.
A quick uppercut on the inside from Van Rijn. #T2#
Island drops down looking for an ankle pick but Van Rijn pulls his leg out and moves away.
Island with a lazy takedown attempt
and Van Rijn counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
Van Rijn throws a head kick that half lands.
#ROC2#
Island is rocked!
Van Rijn with a jab.
Oh Island is still all over the place! His legs are completely gone! Will he be able to recover?!!
Crack! A monster head kick from Van Rijn and Island falls like a tree - timbeeeeeeeeeeerrrr! A highlight reel knockout by Van Rijn!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:20 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Head Kick). Mike Van Rijn!
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Event:
IFC MW 35 Gellar vs Lomachenko
Date: Aug 08, 2018 |
#R1#
Sagaki misses with a hook.#TD2#
Sagaki drives through with a takedown into guard.
Sagaki missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Sagaki's corner is telling him to maintain position.
Island is trying to stand up but he's not managed so far.
Island avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Sagaki throwing strikes but missing.
Island trying to keep a closed guard but Sagaki is proving a slippery customer.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Sagaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Island seems to have improved his submission grappling technique since last time we saw him. Let's see if he can pull off a submission.
Island working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Sagaki.
Sagaki throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Island works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #T1##SUB#
Island working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Sagaki doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Sagaki manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Sagaki trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
Sagaki lands a couple of decent looking shots.
Sagaki is looking to work some ground and pound but Island has wrist control.
Sagaki trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
Sagaki working from the guard for now, landing some ground and pound.
Sagaki is working the ground and pound from guard. He might want to try advancing position though to get more of an impact.
Sagaki throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent.
Sagaki wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #T2##SUB#
Island looking for submissions from the bottom but instead Sagaki passes into half guard.
#SUB#
Island looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Sagaki is trying to work for a kimura but Island is defending well.
Sagaki has the superior BJJ but he's also working some ground strikes into his gameplan.
The referee walks around the fighters to get a better view of the action. Sagaki lands a nice short elbow.
Sagaki winds up and cracks Island with a swinging punch to the side of the head. #T3##SUB2#
Sagaki is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB#
Island actively working from the bottom here.
Sagaki missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
Island trying to control from the bottom.
Sagaki seems to be taking a bit of a break to think of his next move. He lands a short punch in the meantime.
Sagaki wants to control but Island is keeping him busy.
Sagaki is thwarting Island's attempts to control the position.#T4#
Neither fighter has done anything of merit for a good minute or two here and the crowd are not happy about it.
Sagaki is trying to control. Island wants to improve his position but can't escape this time.
Island trying to control here.
Sagaki not doing much here.
Sagaki thows a huge punch but Island dodges it nicely.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sagaki missing with the ground and pound from half guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sagaki not landing any meaningful shots this time.
Sagaki throwing punches and elbows but they're not doing any damage.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Takumi Sagaki dominated that round.
OK. That's time! The bell goes and we're back to the action.
#R2#
Sagaki throws a head kick but Island moves out of range.
Island feinted with a counter takedown.
Island doesn't succeed with the takedown
and Sagaki counters with a slapping leg kick.
Sagaki pushes Island away with a front kick.
Sagaki has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Island fails with a takedown attempt from distance.
Island misses with a takedown attempt
and Sagaki counters with a lovely straight right hand!
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mister Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Island fails with a takedown attempt.
The fighters circle momentarily. Sagaki darts into range and connects with a nice straight punch.
Island shoots for a double leg takedown but Sagaki sprawls well. He's pushed Island's face into the mat and manages to get back to his feet relatively easily. #CL2#
Sagaki rushes Island and presses him up against the cage.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD2#
Sagaki gets a nice trip takedown into half guard.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Island is not content to let Sagaki control the position.#T1#
Sagaki lands with a punch from half guard. #SUB2#
Sagaki is looking for a kimura but Island is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Sagaki to get the leverage.
Sagaki missing with some ground and pound from the half guard.
Island is refusing to be controlled, as Sagaki sits in half guard.
Island wants to get back to his feet.
Sagaki not throwing his punches with enough precision this time.
Sagaki lands strikes from half guard.
Neither fighter is being very active at the moment, with Sagaki in particular looking to stall.
Island is staying active underneath Sagaki, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Sagaki with the ground and pound but Island uses the opportunity to regain guard. #T2#
Sagaki throws an elbow that misses. Island uses the momentum to reverse the position. He's now in Sagaki's guard. Nice move by Island!#REVR#
Island pushes down on Sagaki's leg and manages to get into half guard.
Island is thwarting Sagaki's attempts to control the position.#SUB#
Island looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
Sagaki slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.#SUB2#
Sagaki looking for a guillotine here but Island defends easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Sagaki throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Island is sitting in close to Sagaki's body. Sagaki has gone for a guillotine from the bottom. Oh damn, that looks pretty tight! Island is panicking - it looks like this one could be all over! Yes, Island is tapping! That was a very nice submission by Sagaki.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:40 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Takumi Sagaki!
A relieved looking Takumi Sagaki thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
IFC 58 Heavyweight vs Nekele
Date: Jul 07, 2018 |
#R1#
Lomachenko scores with the left hand. Island knows he should have avoided that one.
Nice sprawl there from Lomachenko as Island shoots in.
Lomachenko drops down looking for a counter takedown but Island sprawls and moves away.
Island shoots in for a takedown but doesn't get it.
Island looks for a takedown but Lomachenko sprawls well.
Evgeni Lomachenko has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.
A telegraphed takedown attempt from Island is defended easily by Lomachenko.#TD#
Lomachenko throws a loose over hand right and dives in with a double leg takedown. Island tries to sprawl but it's too late and the fighters hit the mat. Lomachenko is in Island's guard.
Lomachenko has been talking about how he's improved his wrestling in the run up to the fight so let's see if that's enough to sway the balance.
Lomachenko works over Island with some ground and pound from guard.
Lomachenko preventing the sweep.
Lomachenko trying to land body shots but he keeps hitting the mat.
Lomachenko works over Island with some ground and pound from guard.
Lomachenko lands a nice shot whilst sitting in his opponent's guard.
Lomachenko postures up.
Island is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Island working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lomachenko. #T1#
Lomachenko throwing strikes from guard but Island blocks nicely.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells Lomachenko's corner. There ya go! There ya go!
Lomachenko stands up over Island, holding his feet. He dives back in and lands a decent shot to the head.
Lomachenko missing there with some ground and pound from the guard.
Island avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Lomachenko postures up and lands some nice ground and pound.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lomachenko working in close now, lands a nice elbow to the side of Island's head.#ROC#
Island is rocked!
Island avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Island is still in real trouble! Can Lomachenko finish him?
Lomachenko cracks Island with a solid left hand.
Island preventing the ground and pound from doing any damage.
Lomachenko gets to his feet and stands over Island, holding his ankles. He dives in with a big left hand that connects! Island felt that one! Lomachenko unloads more punches and elbows and this one is over! The ref has dived in to save Island from any more punishment!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:57 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Evgeni Lomachenko!
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Event:
IFC MW 31 Choo vs Brawler
Date: Jun 13, 2018 |
#R1#
Peidis misses with a hook. Island ducked under it nicely.
Peidis has been working on his striking defense in training and it's paying off as Island is landing a low percentage of strikes.
Island fails to land the takedown.
A nice side step and Peidis releases a counter shot to the body, but it doesn't find it's home.
Island with a poor takedown
and Peidis counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.#TD#
Island decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Peidis defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura but Peidis is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Island to get the leverage.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Island wants to work for an arm triangle but Peidis is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#T1##SUB#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Peidis has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Island is working for a kimura but Peidis is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Peidis sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Peidis has managed to free his arm - good work. #T2#
Island trying to control the action but Peidis is working from the bottom.
Peidis really doesn't want to stay on the ground with Island. If he can't get it back to his feet, it's only a matter of time before he'll be tapping out.#SUB#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Peidis defends the submission attempt.
Island is trying to control the action in half guard but Peidis is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard.
Peidis trying to hold on to Island's head to control him but Island postures up.
#SUB#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Peidis has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Peidis sees it coming and defends easily.#T3#
Peidis tries to kick Island off but Island keeps his base steady and stays in half guard. #SUB#
Island is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Peidis doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Island.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Island is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
Peidis is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Peidis is controlling Island's trapped leg to prevent Island from advancing to side control.
Island is keen to just control but Peidis is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Island in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Peidis tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Island!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:54 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mister Island!
A very excited looking Mister Island rambled incoherently for about 5 minutes post fight about how awesome he is. It was kinda funny for a while but then everyone got annoyed.
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Event:
IFC MW 28 Island vs Thomas
Date: May 23, 2018 |
#R1#
Island dives in for a single leg takedown but Thomas sprawls and the fighters end up clinched against the cage.
Thomas throws a looping overhand right but Island ducks down to avoid it.
Island appears to be looking for a counter takedown.
Thomas's coach down at Chris Leben KO Academy was telling us pre-fight that they have been working on Thomas's balance. Obviously they view that as a key factor in the outcome of this fight.
A cross from Thomas lands.
Thomas lands a body shot.
Thomas scores to the head and body with a nice combination!
Thomas throws out a powerful jab.#ROC2#
Island is rocked!
Thomas connects with a jab, followed by a picture perfect straight right that sends Island to the canvas, out cold! What a finish by Thomas!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:26 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punches). Jax Thomas!
Jax Thomas thanked the fans post fight for their support.
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Event:
IFC 48 Chugman VS Island
Date: Apr 28, 2018 |
#R1#
Island moves away from the strike by Chugman.
Chugman misses with a wild body shot.
Island shoots for a takedown but Chugman saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Chugman displays good takedown defense there as he swats away a double leg from Island.
Chugman ducks down and throws a hook to the body but Island moves away.
Island appears to be waiting to throw a counter punch to the body.#TD#
Chugman drives through with a takedown into Island's guard. Let's see what he can do from the top position.
Chugman slips nicely into half guard.
Chugman is just content to waste time from the top position. Island takes advantage of the situation and regains full guard.
Chugman wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chugman advances position into side control!
Island struggling a bit here.#T1##SUB#
Chugman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Island is not content to let Chugman control the position. #SUB#
Chugman tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Chugman has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
Island avoids any damage from the ground and pound of Chugman.
Island wants to control but Chugman postures up.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Chugman is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Island knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Chugman has knee on belly and now moves to full mount! Trouble for Island!
Island prevents Chugman from taking his back.
Chugman throwing shots from mount but they're not landing.
Chugman seems to be looking to move to his opponent's back but Island is holding on tight.
Chugman prevents Island from getting the reversal.
Chugman takes Island's back. #SUB#
Chugman has his hand under the chin of his opponent looking for the choke. He's nearly got it! This one could be all over! But no, Island has freed his hand and lives to survive another… well, another couple of seconds at least!
#SUB#
Island is staying cool under pressure, defending well against the rear naked choke attempt from his opponent.
#T3##SUB#
Chugman has his opponent's back and is working for the choke. #SUB#
Chugman is working hard for the rear naked choke here.
Chugman controlling the position well here. Island rolled but Chugman kept the hooks locked in and stayed in the dominant position.
Island rolls, trying to escape but Chugman keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Chugman patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
Island trying to control the position but Chugman manages to sink in the hooks. #T4##SUB#
Chugman working for the choke. #SUB#
Island fending off the submission attempt from Chugman.
Island rolls, trying to escape but Chugman keeps control of the position.
#SUB#
Chugman patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?#SUB#
Chugman is looking to finish the fight by rear naked choke. Island knows exactly what he's got planned though, so he's defending well. Maybe a few strikes would soften Island for a finish. #SUB#
Chugman working for the choke.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB#
Chugman is remaining active here, looking for the choke. The more discerning members of the crowd will appreciate his efforts.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Klaus Chugman dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2#
Chugman misses with a body shot.
Island tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Island checks the leg kick.
Chugman throws a low kick but Island avoids it.
Chugman tries to score with a low kick but Island moves his leg out of the way.
Island now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Klaus Chugman seems to be the more aggressive standup fighter in this bout.
Chugman throws a body shot but no joy. #TD#
Chugman drops down and drives through with a powerful takedown into guard.
Chugman looking to pass the guard.
Chugman passes Island's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Chugman is looking to take a break and control but Island is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chugman looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Chugman is looking to stall here but Island recovers full guard. #T1#
Chugman forces his way into half guard.
Chugman seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Island does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back.
Island has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Chugman is working away from the top position though.
Chugman tries to pass to full mount but Island defends it. #SUB#
Chugman is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Island doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Chugman.
Island is staying active underneath Chugman, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Klaus Chugman overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB#
Chugman is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Island has managed to free his arm - good work.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.#SUB#
Chugman seems to be looking for submissions.
Chugman is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Island can do to turn this around?#SUB#
Chugman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Island is just riding it out for now. Chugman eventually gives up the hold.
Chugman passes to side control. #SUB#
Chugman is trying to get an arm triangle but Island is defending well. #T3#
Island is looking to work his way out of this bad position but Chugman is controlling him well.#SUB#
Chugman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Chugman thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead.
Chugman wants to control but Island is keeping him busy.
Island is trying to get back to half guard. He's pushing on Chugman's leg. He's managed it. Nice work.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chugman is keen to just control but Island is a slippery customer.#SUB#
Chugman seems to be working for a kimura but Island defends the submission attempt.
Island keeping control of the position. #REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Island shoots in for a takedown but Chugman shows good takedown defense there and keeps this one on the feet.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Island moves out of range of the leg kick from Chugman.
Island changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.#TD#
Chugman dives in and scores a takedown into Island's guard.
Chugman pushes down on Island's leg and manages to get into half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Klaus Chugman dominated that second round.
That's time! Chugman's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight.
#R3#
Island shoots in looking for a takedown but Chugman manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Island's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.#TD#
Chugman changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Island looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.#SUB#
Chugman working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it.
Island gives up the full mount - oops, sloppy defensive grappling there!
Island tries to hold on but Chugman pushes him away.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Chugman wants to take Island's back here but Island is holding on to an arm, himself looking to escape.
Chugman looking to ground and pound his opponent to a finish here.
Island sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.#SUB#
Chugman is looking for a kimura but Island is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Chugman to get the leverage. #T1#
Island is trying to stand.
Island trying to control here.
Chugman trying to pass the guard but Island defending well. #SUB#
Chugman is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Island is just riding it out for now. Chugman eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Chugman is looking for a kimura here.
Chugman is looking to pass Island's guard but actually Island recovers to full guard. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Chugman tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard.
Chugman wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #SUB#
Chugman drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Island dives on top into guard.#REVB##SUB#
Chugman has his foot on Island's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Island works his way back into a safe position though.
Chugman keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully. #SUB2#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Chugman lands a beautiful sweep and he's now moved into his opponent's guard.#REVR##T3#
Chugman being controlled here momentarily. #SUB#
Chugman drops back, looking for a kneebar! Island looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Island looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Island! #REVB##SUB2#
Island wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Chugman, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Chugman has escaped the position, nice work there.
Chugman regains half guard.#T4##SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Chugman defends it well.
Island prevents Chugman from improving his position.#SUB2#
Island is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Chugman doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Island.
Chugman is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Island's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Island's back!
Chugman wants to control but Island is keeping busy.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Island trying to control the hands but Chugman won't let him. #SUB#
Island defends a prolonged rear naked choke attempt and turns nicely into his opponent's guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Klaus Chugman did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's the end of the interval. I'm sure that seemed a lot quicker than a minute for our two fighters! Back to the action.
#R4#
Island shoots in for a double leg but Chugman sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Chugman swings widly with a right hand
#TD2#
so Island counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB#
Chugman throws his legs up looking for a submission but Island uses it to pass to side control.
#SUB2#
Island is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Chugman is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Chugman can't do much from the bottom here.
Chugman tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to control the position but Chugman is working away.
Chugman gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Chugman moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#T1##SUB2#
Island thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Chugman has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Island can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Island pushing down on Chugman's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Island is controlling the pace.
#SUB2#
Island is working for a kimura but Chugman is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura but Chugman is defending well.
#T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Chugman slips a foot under and gets full guard. Nice work.
Island postures up.
#SUB#
Chugman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Island defends well.
Island won't allow Chugman to sweep him here.
Chugman keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully. #SUB#
Chugman looking for a guillotine here but Island defends easily.
#T3##SUB2#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Chugman is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Chugman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Island gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Island wants to control from the top but Chugman keeps moving.
Chugman keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass.
Chugman being controlled here, momentarily.
Island tries to free his leg and advance position but Chugman is retaining full guard. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Island advances position into side control!#SUB2#
Island is trying to get an arm triangle but Chugman is defending well.
Chugman sneaks back into half guard.#SUB2#
Island wants to work for an arm triangle but Chugman is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Chugman is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Chugman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Island wants to control from the top but Chugman keeps moving.
Chugman tries to land a sweep but no joy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mister Island dominated that fourth round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! The crowd applaud as we get ready to start the final round!
#R5##TD#
Island tries to sprawl but Chugman drives through with a takedown into half guard.
Island is not content to let Chugman control the position.
Chugman passes the half guard and he's now in mount! Big trouble for Island!
Island really wants to buck Chugman off and get back to his feet.
Chugman can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Island is looking to escape. #SUB#
Chugman swings around for an armbar but it's a sloppy attempt and Island is now in Chugman's guard. A big mistake from Chugman there, giving up the dominant position!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Chugman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #T1#
Island postures up.
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Chugman is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB2#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Chugman is trying to control the position from the bottom.
Island wants to control from the top but Chugman keeps moving. #SUB#
Chugman is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Island defends well.
Island wants to control from the top but Chugman keeps moving.
Mister Island has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Chugman keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass. #SUB#
Chugman is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Chugman can't keep his opponent in guard - Island advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Island trying to control the action but Chugman is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Chugman is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura but Chugman is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Island to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Chugman is defending against the submission attempts here by Island.
#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura here.
Island is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#T3##SUB#
Chugman looking for submissions off his back.#SUB2#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Chugman defends the submission attempt.
Island wants to free his trapped foot but Chugman is holding on for dear life with his legs.
Chugman gets back to full guard.
#SUB#
Chugman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Island gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Klaus Chugman is fighting for a decision here - he's started to take the cautious approach.#T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Chugman is doing well to control the posture of his opponent and prevent any damage. #SUB#
Chugman escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Island gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance.
Chugman pulls Island in close to prevent any damage.
Chugman keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully.
Chugman manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Island manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Island had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Chugman defends it easily.
Chugman content to stall in guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
That was a close round. You could make an argument for either fighter but I would give it to Klaus Chugman.
Well Chugman has outscored his opponent in every aspect of the fight today. Only a scarily incompetent judge or two will keep him from a well deserved win... Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Percy O'Donnell scores the fight 49:46
Judge Jack Bonds scores the fight 49:46
Judge Frank Antenori scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Klaus Chugman!
Klaus Chugman retains his lightweight title!
Klaus Chugman very nearly forgot to thank IniTech Nutrition amongst all the excitement of his win but just as the interview came to a close, he screamed their name. Hopefully he'll get a few nice freebies in the mail as a thank you.
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Event:
IFC MW21 Island V Sainty
Date: Apr 04, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Sainty shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Sainty wants to pass to mount but Island is defending the position.
Island has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Sainty is working away from the top position though.
Island is controlling Sainty's position as best he can from this difficult position.
Sainty is a painfully thin specimen of a man. You do wonder whether a good body kick would snap him clean in two.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island wants to control but Sainty is keeping busy and won't allow it.
Island is not content to let Sainty control the position.#SUB2#
Sainty seems to be looking for submissions.
#T1#
Island tries to get to full guard but Sainty has control of the leg.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Sainty is keen to just control but Island is a slippery customer.#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.
Sainty shoots in but Island avoids the takedown attempt easily.
Sainty pivots, looking for a leg kick but Island is out of range and Sainty settles back down.
Island checks the leg kick.#TD#
Island shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Sainty napping and manages to drive through into side control!#T2#
Sainty is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Island trying to control the position but Sainty is working away. #SUB#
Island working hard here to secure a kimura but he's not really in the right position for it. #SUB#
The fighters are going at a pretty good pace and they're both starting to sweat now.
Island tries for a kimura but Sainty is defending well. #SUB#
Island swings around for an armbar but Sainty sees it coming a mile off and turns beautifully into Island's guard.
Island keeping full guard, as Sainty tries to pass. #T3#
Island not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
Sainty has been taking part in the yoga sessions down at Crapollas Gym. Presumably he's going to look for a slick submission... Or maybe he's looking to avoid one.
Sainty stopping the sweep attempt from Island.#SUB#
Island isolates an arm and boxes in a triangle. Sainty stacks Island on his neck as he steps over and passes to the side. He's now in a much more dominant position where he can look to do some serious damage. Nice move by Sainty!
Sainty looking to control but instead Island has slipped a leg in, to regain half guard.
Sainty seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Island does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Island is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Island tries to kick Sainty off but Sainty keeps his base steady and stays in half guard.
Island wants to control but Sainty is keeping busy.
Sainty prevents Island from improving his position.
Island is staying active underneath Sainty, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Sainty is looking to stall here but Island recovers full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Mister Island will probably get the nod.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Sainty lands a jab to the nose.#TD#
Island shoots in and scores a nice double leg takedown into half guard.#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
Island moves into full mount! Sainty won't be happy about that!
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Island moves into side control, trying to work for a kimura. That looks painful! Will he finish!!?? No, Sainty has worked his arm free - good work by Sainty!
Sainty tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.#T1##SUB#
Island is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Sainty knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
Sainty is looking for a sweep.#SUB#
Island tries for a kimura but Sainty is defending well.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Island looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Sainty struggling a bit here.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.#SUB#
Island is trying to get an arm triangle but Sainty is defending well.
Sainty manages to get one leg in to regain half guard.
Island is looking to stall here but Sainty recovers full guard. #SUB#
Island thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Island might be looking to lock onto one of his opponent's long limbs for a submission, whilst we're on the ground.
Island trying to control but Sainty is working from the bottom.
Island trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T3##SUB2#
Island got a little sloppy there for a moment and Sainty has worked his way into a loose triangle - can he finish it?! No, Island has managed to get both his arms back between Sainty's legs - danger averted.#SUB2#
Sainty is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Island drops back looking for a leg! Sainty is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Sainty manages to kick Island off! Island jumps back into Sainty's guard.
Island looking to pass the guard.
Island wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sainty looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#T4#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Island controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Island wants to control from the top but Sainty keeps moving. #SUB2#
Sainty is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Island defends well.
Island stands and throws Sainty's legs to the side, diving into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Sainty has escaped the position, nice work there. #SUB#
Island looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mister Island dominated that second round.
That's time! Back to the action! This is the final round!
#R3#
Sainty is looking to score with low kicks.
Sainty misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Island counters with a shoot takedown into half guard. #SUB#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Sainty looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB#
Island is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to control the action but Sainty is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Sainty sees it coming and defends easily.#T1##SUB#
Island is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Sainty is trying to get back to full guard.#SUB#
Island looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB#
Island is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Sainty doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Island. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.
Sainty is trying to get back to full guard.
Island is just sitting in half guard, waiting for something to happen.#SUB2#
Sainty looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#SUB2#
Sainty looking to work for a kimura from the bottom.#T3##SUB#
Island is working for a submission here. He's got hold of the far side arm and he's looking for a kimura. He's cranking on the arm and he's got it! Sainty is tapping out! Ouch, that looked like it hurt!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:23 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mister Island!
Mister Island decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
IFC 42
Date: Mar 17, 2018 |
#R1##TD2#
Island shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
The fighters are battling for position here. Lomachenko manages to regain full guard. Nice work. #SUB#
Lomachenko looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
Island stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lomachenko swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Lomachenko is looking for a triangle but Island pushes his legs off easily.
Island pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Lomachenko is keeping the position for now.
We've been hearing good reports from Lomachenko's training camp. Apparently he has been rolling around with some good quality BJJ practitioners and has been sharpening his skills. Let's see if that has an impact on the fight today.
Island controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to control but Lomachenko is working from the bottom. #SUB#
Lomachenko looking for a guillotine here but Island defends easily.
Island told us pre-fight that he has been working on his escapes in training. Let's see if he can call on some of his new skills to get back to his feet.
Island wants to control from the top but Lomachenko keeps moving. #T1#
Island stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Lomachenko swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Island passes into half guard.
Island prevents Lomachenko from improving his position.#SUB2#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Lomachenko defends the submission attempt.
Island wants to take a breather but Lomachenko is having none of it.
Lomachenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Lomachenko is working hard here to advance position.#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Island wants to take a breather but Lomachenko is having none of it. #SUB2#
Island is working for a kimura but Lomachenko is defending it quite comfortably.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Lomachenko is looking for a sweep. Island is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Lomachenko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily.
Island is trying to control the action in half guard but Lomachenko is working away on the bottom, looking perhaps to get back to full guard. #SUB#
Lomachenko actively working from the bottom here.#SUB#
Lomachenko is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Island pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Lomachenko sees it coming and defends easily.#SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura but Lomachenko is defending well.
#T3#
Lomachenko is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Island is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. Lomachenko doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Island. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Lomachenko defends it well.
Island looking to pass the half guard. Not this time.
Lomachenko throws a strike from the bottom that misses.
#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Lomachenko is trying to get back to full guard.
Island is looking to take a break and control but Lomachenko is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Lomachenko is looking for a sweep. Island is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura here.
Lomachenko is staying active underneath Island, who seems content to just control the action from this position.
Lomachenko wants to get back to full guard but Island has passed into side control.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB2#
Island wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Lomachenko, who protects the arm well. #SUB2#
Island tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Island has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mister Island dominated that round.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Island slips under a jab from Lomachenko.
Island with the counter takedown but Lomachenko avoids it easily.#TD#
Lomachenko scores with a nice takedown into half guard. Let's see what he's got on the ground.
Island regains full guard, whilst avoiding punches from Lomachenko.
Island is pulling down on Lomachenko's head. It's preventing any offense from Lomachenko, at least for the moment.
A big thud reverberates around the arena there as Lomachenko accidentally thumps the mat. Hopefully he's not broken his hand.
Lomachenko postures up in Island's guard and throws a big left but Island blocks it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to keep a closed guard but Lomachenko is proving a slippery customer.
Lomachenko throwing shots from guard but he's hitting more mat than opponent. #T1#
Island working the defensive guard well to avoid strikes from Lomachenko.
Island keeping full guard, as Lomachenko tries to pass.
Lomachenko scoring with punches to the head and body.
Lomachenko throwing elbows and punches but not connecting, as Island works some decent striking defense from the bottom. #SUB2#
Island is looking to cinch up a triangle. Lomachenko throws the leg off to one side though and gets in tight to Island's body to avoid the submission. Island has instead reached around Lomachenko's neck and now has a guillotine! Oh, this is biiiig trouble! Island arches his back and squeezes and forces the tap from his hapless opponent.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:44 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Guillotine). Mister Island!
Mister Island decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
IFC XXXVIII
Date: Feb 17, 2018 |
#R1#
Peidis fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Island.
Peidis connects with a leg kick. He turned his hip over nicely there.
Island with a poor takedown
and Peidis counters with a three punch combination, finished off with a leg kick. Nice work.
Peidis digs a good hook to Island's body.
Island throws a looping left and ducks down for a takedown. He's got his arms around Peidis's waist but Peidis gets an underhook and avoids the takedown by throwing Island off to one side.
Peidis now looks to counter with a shot at the body.
Peidis just misses with a punch to the body.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Island.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mister Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
A nice inside leg kick there by Peidis. That's going to slow Island down.
Island darts in looking for a takedown but Peidis gets double underhooks and turns Island into the cage.
Peidis fakes and then throws a beautiful body shot. Island looks a bit winded and takes a step backwards to take a breath.
Peidis scores with a slapping inside leg kick.
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Peidis misses with a body shot.
A cross from Peidis lands.
Tzwrtzos Peidis is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.#T1#
Peidis tries a switch kick but it misses it's target.
Island attempts a counter takedown but Peidis avoids it well and moves away.
No luck with that takedown attempt from Island.
Island takes a thudding leg kick, right into the meat of the thigh.
Peidis cracks Island with a right hand to the side of the head.#TD#
Island closes the distance and after a bit of a stuggle, scores a takedown into Peidis's guard.#SUB#
Island thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position. #SUB#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Island stopping the sweep attempt from Peidis.#T2#
Peidis keeping full guard, as Island tries to pass.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Island thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Peidis keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully.
Island stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Peidis swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Peidis tries to land a sweep but no joy. #SUB#
Island drops back looking for a submission - "I'm sorry sir, but I'm gunna break your leg" says Island as he cranks on the unfortunate limb! Peidis screams and taps out before any major damage is done! Don't mess with Island! Nice submission victory there!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3:18 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kneebar). Mister Island!
Mister Island bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
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Event:
KFC: Defended
Date: Jan 06, 2018 |
#R1#
Island shoots for a takedown but Warne saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
Warne changes levels looking for a counter takedown but doesn't commit.
Warne defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Island.
Island fails to land the takedown.
Shane Warne has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.#TD#
Warne gets a double leg takedown into Island's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Warne wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.#SUB2#
Island is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Island can't keep his opponent in guard - Warne advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount. #T1#
Warne prevents Island from improving his position.
Warne is pressing down on Island's thigh, looking to free his foot. Island is holding on for now. #SUB#
Island is defending against the submission attempts here by Warne.
#SUB#
Warne seems to be looking for submissions.
Warne wants to pass the guard but Island is defending well. #SUB#
Warne seems to be looking for submissions.
#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Island trying to hold on to Warne's head to control him but Warne postures up.
Island might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Warne haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.#SUB#
Warne is working for a submission of some sort.
Island looks like he's trying to stand up.
#SUB#
Warne is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Island is just riding it out for now. Warne eventually gives up the hold.
Warne is trying to control. Island wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #T3##REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Island shoots in looking for a double leg takedown. Warne defends it nicely.
Island shoots in but no luck this time. #T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Island misses with a takedown attempt #TD#
and Warne counters with a nice double leg into half guard.
Island trying to hold on to Warne's head to control him but Warne postures up.
#SUB2#
Island actively working from the bottom here.#SUB2#
Island is looking to sinch up a guillotine here but Warne pulls his head out easily. #SUB2#
Island looking for submissions off his back.#SUB#
Island is defending against the submission attempts here by Warne.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Island is trying to get back to full guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shane Warne dominated that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R2#
Island shoots in but doesn't get the takedown #TD#
and Warne counters with a nice double leg into side control. Island won't be happy with that.
Warne wants to control but Island is keeping him busy.
Warne tries to move into full mount but can't pass Island's legs.
Shane Warne overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Warne wants to control but Island is keeping him busy.
Island is trying to control Warne's posture but Warne avoids it.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island is not content to let Warne control the position. #T1#
Warne tries to advance to mount but Island denies him. #SUB#
Warne tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Warne looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Warne passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Island!
Warne looking to control but Island is working nicely, looking to advance position himself. #T2#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Island is writhing around trying to get back to his feet.
Warne can't quite control the action as he would like just now, as Island is looking to escape.
Island wants to hold on but Warne pushes him away.
Island sneaks a leg back under and regains half guard and is working straight away to try and get back to guard. He hasn't managed just yet though.
Island felt the need to train up his defensive grappling in the buildup to the fight. Presumably he was expecting to be in a difficult position like this, so let's see if he can get out of it.
Island is trying to stand.
Warne is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Island can do to turn this around?#T3#
Island is concentrating on defense, preventing Warne from advancing position.
Warne moves into full mount! Island won't be happy about that! #SUB#
Warne is working on an americana here. Ooh, that looks pretty nasty! Nope, Island has managed to escape the submission attempt.
Island tries to hold on but Warne pushes him away. #T4##SUB#
Warne looking for a guillotine from mount but Island is having none of it. #SUB#
Warne goes for an armbar but Island turns quickly into his guard - lovely anticipation from Island. #SUB2#
Island drops back, looking for a kneebar! Warne looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. Warne looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from Warne! #REVR#
Warne wants to control but Island is keeping him busy.
Island is positioning himself to get back to half guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Warne moves into full mount!
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shane Warne dominated that second round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R3#
Island has his takedown stuffed#TD#
and Warne counters with a driving takedown into guard. Nice work there by Warne.
Island can't keep his opponent in guard - Warne advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Island has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Warne is working away from the top position though.
Warne is trying to control. Island wants to improve his position but can't escape this time. #SUB#
Warne is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Island sees it coming and defends easily.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Warne is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Island has managed to free his arm - good work.
Island is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T1#
Island is staying active underneath Warne, who seems content to just control the action from this position. #SUB2#
Island looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB#
Warne is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Island defends it well. #SUB#
Warne is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Warne trying to pass the guard but Island defending well. #T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB#
Warne is looking for a kimura but Island is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Warne to get the leverage.
Warne wants to control but Island is keeping him busy.
Warne trying to mount his opponent but Island defends it.
Island looks like he's trying to stand up.
We must be close to a standup if these guys don't pick up the pace.
Warne passes to side control.
Island wants to control but Warne postures up.
Warne trying to control the action but Island is working from the bottom.
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet. #REF3#
The ref stands the fighters back up due to a lack of activity.
Warne is looking light on his feet compared to last time was saw him fight.#T3#
Island changes levels and looks for a double leg takedown. Warne tries to avoid it but Island manages to keep hold of a leg and drag Warne to the ground. Warne escapes though and pops straight back up to his feet.
Warne drops down looking for a counter takedown but Island sprawls and moves away.#TD2#
Island closes the distance and gets a trip takedown into side control. Warne quickly recovers to half guard.#SUB2#
Island is working for a kimura here but Warne manages to reverse the position and he's now in Island's guard.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Island working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Warne doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Warne manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Island takes a big intake of breath there - he's definitely tired.
Warne passes easily into side control. Nice work.#SUB#
Warne tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Warne has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Warne is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Island is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now. #T4#
Warne is looking to take a break and control but Island is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
Warne passes to full mount! That's big trouble for Island!
Warne trying to control but he's not successful this time.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Island wants to hold on but Warne pushes him away.
Warne controlling from mount.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Shane Warne clearly takes that round.
The corners get their ten second warning. Both fighters stand from their stools and stare eachother down, ready to get back to the action.
#R4#
Island doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Warne counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Island!
Warne working away.#SUB#
Warne tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though. #SUB#
Warne tries for a kimura. Not really close to a finish though.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island is trying to control Warne's posture but Warne avoids it. #T1#
Warne tries to advance to mount but can't. #SUB#
Warne wants to work for a kimura but he's foiled early by Island, who protects the arm well. #SUB#
Warne looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything. #SUB#
Warne has an Americana. Island didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Warne is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Warne hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:55 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Shane Warne!
Shane Warne retains his featherweight title!
A relieved looking Shane Warne thanked the fans for their support and gave the usual line about them being amazing. They seemed to believe that he actually meant it.
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Event:
The Island Season 7, 135 lbs, Round 3
Date: Dec 09, 2017 |
#R1#
Island keeping a good distance there, avoiding the body shot.
We can't be sure of the tactics at this early stage but we have heard that Island has been working on his takedowns a lot in the buildup to the fight and we can only assume he's going to look to take this to the mat.
Island on the wrong end of an overhand right that came out of nowhere.
Kent definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Good exchange - Kent coming out on top.
Sloppy strikes from Kent. Those never looked like landing.
Island tries to drive through with a takedown attempt but Kent defends well and Island ends up having to push Kent into the cage where they will battle it out in the clinch.
Kent lands with a nice body punch.
Island fails with the takedown
and Kent counters nicely by changing levels and landing a hook to the body.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Kent throws a body punch but Island moves out of range.
Island tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Island shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Kent but Kent pushes him off and we're back to square one.
Clark Kent has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.
A punch lands to the side of Island 's head but he takes it in his stride.#T1#
Island dives in and grabs Kent's left leg, looking for a takedown. Kent pushes down on Island's head and hops out.
Island shoots in looking for a takedown. Kent tries to sprawl out of it but Island keeps driving through. The fighters are pinned against the cage. Kent manages to get underhooks and after a bit of a struggle, circles away and we're back to standing.
Island on the wrong end of a nice hook.#KD#
Kent cracks Island with a big right hand that sends him crashing to the floor. Kent has the opportunity to follow him to the ground but instead he's beckoning Island to stand back up!
Island gets cracked with a nice right hand there by Kent.#ROC#
Island is rocked!
The fans in attendance giving it up for the two fighters, who have really let it all hang out in the last minute or so!
Kent lands with a massive overhand right! Stick a fork in Island - he's out cold! Ermm... I think I just mixed my metaphors but yeah... That was a nice KO! Big win for Kent!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:56 of round 1, we have a winner by way of KO (Punch). Clark Kent!
During a confident post fight interview, Clark Kent thanked all his fans. He seemed very genuine when describing how motivated his fans keep him.
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Event:
The Island Season 7, 135 lbs, Round 2
Date: Dec 08, 2017 |
#R1#
McHough looking to throw a kick but he's pulled out of it.
Island shoots for a takedown but McHough saw that one coming a mile off and avoided it easily.
McHough misses with a half-hearted attempt at a head kick.
#TD2#
Island closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. McHough did well to prevent Island getting side control.
Island looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #SUB2#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Island wants to work for an arm triangle but McHough is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
McHough wants to get back to full guard.
McHough knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Island on the ground.#SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura but McHough is defending well.
#SUB2#
Island has hold of the far side arm. He's working for the Kimura, can McHough defend it? Island steps over the head and cranks it - McHough is tapping out! That was textbook stuff right there - nice submission victory for Island!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:59 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mister Island!
In his post fight interview, Mister Island started talking himself up. Luckily his charisma kept the crowd on side and gave him a good reception.
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Event:
The Island Season 7, 135 lbs, Round 1
Date: Dec 07, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Aguiar closes the distance and clinches up, looking for a takedown. He shifts his weight and gets a nice trip into half guard.
Island is looking to escape.#SUB2#
Island actively working from the bottom here.
Island is controlling Aguiar's trapped leg to prevent Aguiar from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Island looking for submissions off his back.
Island pushes Aguiar off looking to stand but Aguiar dives back in and keeps control.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to hold on to Aguiar's head to control him but Aguiar postures up.
Aguiar not doing much here.
#T1#
Island trying to hold on to Aguiar's head to control him but Aguiar postures up.
#REF3#
The referee has motioned to the fighters to stand back up. He just wasn't happy with the level of activity.#TD#
Aguiar is looking for a takedown here. He's shot in and has managed to get it, finishing up in Island's half guard.
Island trying to hold on to Aguiar's head to control him but Aguiar postures up.
#T2#
Island is trying to stand.
#SUB2#
Island actively working from the bottom here.
Aguiar is thwarting Island's attempts to control the position.
Aguiar content to sit in half guard and control for a moment. #REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.
Island stuffs the takedown attempt from Aguiar. Aguiar gets slowly back to his feet.
Island tries a counter takedown but it's more of a dummy move, and he uses it to push himself away.
Island misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#T3#
Aguiar misses with a takedown attempt. He shot from a bit too far out.#TD#
Aguiar closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Island to the mat! Island manages to get full guard.
Aguiar stops Island from standing up.
Island is trying to control the position but Aguiar postures up.
Aguiar trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Aguiar trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB2#
Island has his foot on Aguiar's thigh. He's trying to push off and get in position for a triangle, I think. Aguiar works his way back into a safe position though.#T4#
Island is trying to keep Aguiar in close.
Aguiar has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Aguiar throws a big elbow that misses. #REF3#
The referee decides to stand the fighters back up.
Island fails with the takedown.
Aguiar feinted with a counter takedown.
Aguiar has been working on his balance at Play House, so perhaps that has help him stuff some of the takedown attempts by Island.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#TD#
Aguiar closes the distance and scores a nice trip takedown into half guard. Island did well to prevent Aguiar getting side control.#SUB2#
Island looking for submissions off his back.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paulo Aguiar dominated that round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin!
#R2##TD2#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Aguiar enables Island to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Aguiar manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Aguiar is striking off his back. Island thinks nothing of it though and passes easily into half guard. #SUB2#
Aguiar is defending against the submission attempts here by Island.
#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aguiar defends it well.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB2#
Island is working for submissions here but there's nothing on.
Paulo Aguiar overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.#SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Aguiar has managed to free his arm - good work. #T1##SUB2#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
Aguiar wants to get back to full guard.#SUB2#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB2#
Island is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Aguiar is just riding it out for now. Island eventually gives up the hold.
Aguiar is working for an escape here. He's hooked one of Island's legs and he's managed to sneak out and take Island's back!#T2#
Island wants to control his opponent's hands but Aguiar gets his hands free.
Island might have to switch it up a bit here because his efforts to control Aguiar haven't been going to plan, at least at the current moment in time.
Aguiar trying to secure his dominant position for a moment - making sure Island doesn't escape. #T3#
Island just trying to survive but Aguiar is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Aguiar somehow managing to miss with a strike from the back.
Island is very frustrated here, being controlled quite effectively by Aguiar.
Island is in bad spot here.
#T4#
There's not a lot going on here and the crowd are letting the fighters know they're not willing to tolerate a lack of action.
Island is trying to get back to his feet but Aguiar has full control of the position and if anything, Island has just worked his way into a worse spot.
Aguiar slows the pace down here. Having a little breather whilst he's in a dominant position, looking to rest and regain some energy, ready to go for the finish.
Aguiar knows he needs to get back to his feet asap. He's simply no match for Island on the ground.
Island prevents Aguiar from getting a body triangle.
Island just trying to survive but Aguiar is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish.
Island is covering up but some of the strikes from Aguiar are getting through and doing damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Aguiar cracks Island with a big shot to body and one to the head - really punishing Island from the back mount here, looking to soften him up.
Island is trying to break free.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Paulo Aguiar dominated that second round.
That's time! Aguiar's corner gives him a slap on the ass as he gets ready to fight. This is the final round!
#R3##TD2#
Island fakes an overhand right and shoots for a takedown. Aguiar sprawls well initially but Island persists and gets the takedown into half guard. #ES#
Aguiar makes some distance and scrambles quickly back to his feet. Nice work!#TD2#
Island decides to change it up a bit and drives through with a nice takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Island is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've seen a great period of action over the last minute or so - credit to both fighters for going all out!
Aguiar wants to improve his position but Island is controlling well.
#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB2#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Aguiar defends the submission attempt.
Island trying to control the pace. #T1#
Aguiar is trying to stand back up but Island is controlling him
#SUB2#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Aguiar defends the submission attempt.#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura but Aguiar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Island to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Island is working for a submission of some sort.
#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura but Aguiar is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Island to get the leverage.
Mister Island has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Aguiar is controlling Island's trapped leg to prevent Island from advancing to side control.#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura but Aguiar is defending well.
#SUB2#
Island is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Aguiar controlling the position for now.#T3#
Island wants to control but Aguiar is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura here.
#SUB2#
Island is working for a kimura but Aguiar is defending it quite comfortably.
#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Aguiar defends it well.
Aguiar works his way to full guard. Good work.#T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.#SUB2#
Island has gone for a leg lock! Aguiar slips out almost immediately though and dives into Island's guard.#REVR#
Our spies down at at Ferocious Beast inform us that Island has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
Aguiar slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up.
Aguiar postures up and lands some nice ground and pound. #SUB2#
Island working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Aguiar doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Oh but Island is tightening it up a little... Aguiar has to be careful here... He's got his foot tucked under now, this looks tight! Aguiar reacted too slowly and this one could be over in a matter of seconds! YES! Aguiar taps out! Nice BJJ there by Island!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:59 of round 3, we have a winner by way of Submission (Triangle Choke). Mister Island!
Mister Island decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
Last Call for A Beatdown
Date: Nov 29, 2017 |
#R1#
Island is trying hard to land a takedown here. The Blitz sprawls well and keeps this one on the feet. #CL#
The Blitz clinches up with Island and pushes him back against the cage.
Island has hold of a leg and is looking for a trip takedown. The Blitz avoids it nicely though and we remain in the clinch.
Island is trying to pull guard but The Blitz turns him against the cage and we stay in the clinch.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.
Island blocks a body shot from The Blitz.
Island jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as The Blitz walks away with a smile on his face. Island gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
The Blitz definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Island fails with a takedown attempt from distance.#CL#
The Blitz closes the distance and clinches.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island on the defensive, avoiding the knees to the body.
Island has The Blitz pressed up against the cage and is working for takedown. The Blitz manages to improve position though and keeps the fight standing.
The Blitz tries to land a knee to the body but he is off balance and Island avoids it.
Knees to the body from The Blitz.
#T1#
The Blitz missing with knees to the body.
Island blocks a knee to the body. He'll have a nicely bruised forearm in the morning.#TD#
The Blitz is working on a single leg takedown against the cage. Island can't fight it off and eventually The Blitz manages to take the fight to the floor. Island looks annoyed but at least he's managed to land in guard.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
Island wants to stand but The Blitz is controlling the position.
Island looking for a sweep. Not yet Island, not yet.
Our spies down at at Ferocious Beast inform us that Island has really been working on his submissions in the buildup to this fight. Will it pay off?
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom. #T2#
The Blitz wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
The Blitz tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard.
The Blitz looking to sit in guard and control but Island gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB2#
Island drops back, looking for a kneebar! The Blitz looks panicked! The fighters roll across the mat, one looking to finish, one looking to escape. The Blitz looks to have wriggled free... Yes, he's got his leg free and he's dived into side control! Good work there from The Blitz! #REVR#
Island is trying to buck The Blitz off.#T3#
The Blitz is looking to take a break and control but Island is keeping him honest, looking to work from the bottom.
The Blitz landing strikes.
Island is trying to buck The Blitz off.
The Blitz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
Island can't do much from the bottom here. #T4#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.
Sloppy strikes there by The Blitz.
You can see the frustration on Island's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
Island being controlled for a moment.
What's Island going to do here then? He's in a bit of a pickle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jose The Blitz dominated that round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business.
#R2##TD#
The Blitz changes levels and drives through with a really nice takedown into side control. Island looks really pissed at himself for not defending that better.
The Blitz working the ground and pound from side control.
The Blitz is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Island can do to turn this around?
Island is looking for a sweep.
The referee tells the fighters to keep busy.
Island on the wrong end of some ground and pound.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island trying to remain calm as The Blitz controls from the top position.
You can see the frustration on Island's face, being in this tough position on the bottom.
The Blitz fails to land a wild elbow strike.
#T1#
Island struggling a bit here.
The Blitz creates some space and throws a big elbow, but Island sees it coming and moves his head just enough to avoid the strike.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
The Blitz has control of an arm but Island manages to advance to The Blitz's back!#SUB2#
Island patiently working for the choke. Which fighter will keep their nerve here?
The Blitz just trying to survive but Island is wriggling into a better position, looking to finish. #SUB2#
Island is working really hard to secure the rear naked choke. The Blitz defends successfully for a significant amount of time. Both fighters are looking very determined.
Well, with Island on his back, surely it's only a matter of time before The Blitz is tapping out... Can he escape the position?
The Blitz breaks Island's hooks off and manages to turn into his guard.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully. #T2#
The Blitz is intent on slowing down the pace of the fight, simply looking to control.
The Blitz advances position into side control!
The Blitz trying to control the position but Island is working away.
The Blitz is working Island over with some ground and pound from side control.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
The Blitz tries to move to mount but Island blocks the move with his legs. #T3#
The Blitz prevents Island from escaping the position.
The Blitz controlling the position.
Island is not content to let The Blitz control the position.
Island pushes The Blitz away and creates a bit of space to escape. He's almost out here... but no, The Blitz gets a good hold of his legs and remains firmly in side control.
Island struggling a bit here.#T4#
The crowd are starting to boo a lack of action.
Island tries to get back to his feet but has found himself mounted instead. Damn, that's gotta suck.
The Blitz wants to control the pace but Island is squirming around nicely.
The Blitz avoids the attempt from Island to control.
Island is squirming around, avoiding The Blitz's attempts to control the action.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz wants to control but instead Island manages to regain half guard.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Jose The Blitz dominated that second round.
The fighters' corners scream their final instructions, as the referee calls time. Here we go, back to the action!
#R3#
The Blitz throws a decent looking leg kick but it doesn't land clean.
Island fails to land the takedown.
The Blitz tries to score with an inside leg kick but telegraphs it and Island is able to avoid easily.
Island changes levels for a counter takedown but doesn't follow through with his attempt.
Island shoots in looking for a takedown but The Blitz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Island's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
The Blitz throws a push kick but Island slaps the foot to one side.
The Blitz misses with the body kick#TD2#
and Island decides to take the opportunity to score a takedown. He's landed in The Blitz's guard.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz looking to control.
Island looking to sit in guard and control but The Blitz gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR##SUB2#
Island is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. The Blitz is aware though and is defending well.#T1#
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
Island pulls The Blitz in close to prevent any damage.
The Blitz has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.
Island avoiding any damage from the ground and pound.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
Island is avoiding any damage by keeping wrist control.
The Blitz stops Island from standing up. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Island keeping moving, preventing The Blitz from controlling successfully.
Island seems keen to control The Blitz's posture.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #SUB2#
Island looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #T3#
Island has his hands on The Blitz's head, controlling the position. #REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
Island moves out of range of the body kick from The Blitz.
#CL#
The Blitz moves into the clinch.
The Blitz misses with a body punch.
#TD2#
Island decides to pull guard.
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
Hammerfist, elbow! yells The Blitz's corner. There ya go! There ya go! #T4#
Island not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
The Blitz with a nice head shot there.
The Blitz wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #SUB2#
Island working for submissions but it's allowed The Blitz to get to half guard.
Island is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but Jose The Blitz did the better work so I'd imagine he'll take it.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R4##TD2#
Island fakes a strike and closes the distance, dragging The Blitz to the ground. Island is now in The Blitz's guard.
The Blitz keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully.
Island passes The Blitz's left leg - he's now in half guard. #SUB2#
The Blitz is defending against the submission attempts here by Island.
#SUB2#
Island is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
The Blitz is trying to maintain the position but Island is very close to passing his half guard.#T1##SUB2#
Island is trying to work for a kimura but The Blitz is defending well.
Jose The Blitz overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
The Blitz wants to control but Island is keeping busy and won't allow it.
The Blitz wants to improve his position but Island is controlling well.
The Blitz holds on for dear life, maintaining half guard for now.
Island trying to control from half guard but The Blitz is working away. #T2#
A few boos can be heard. I'm sure they will multiply if the fighters don't pick up the pace.#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
The Blitz has his hands clasped together around Island's back. He's all about the action.#SUB2#
The Blitz is defending against the submission attempts here by Island.
The Blitz has no desire to be mounted, so is trying to control. Island is working away from the top position though.
Island looking to pass the half guard. Not this time. #T3##SUB2#
Island is looking for an arm triangle, whilst trying to pass to side control. The Blitz doesn't seem that keen to cooperate though. No luck this time Island. #SUB2#
Island looking for a kimura but he'll have to free his other leg if he wants to finish that. Perhaps he's just using it as a distraction technique.
#SUB2#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but The Blitz sees it coming and defends easily.#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
The Blitz has his hands clasped together around Island's back. He's all about the action.#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.
The Blitz keeps the fight standing with a nice sprawl.
Island blocks the body kick.
Island fails with a takedown attempt.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz throws a leg kick #TD2#
so Island counters with a double leg into guard. Good agility. #SUB2#
Island drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but The Blitz manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Island has The Blitz in his guard.#REVR#
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mister Island dominated that fourth round.
That's the end of the round. The referee orders the cornermen out of the cage so we can get back down to business. This is the final round!
#R5#
The Blitz slaps away a takedown attempt from Island, before circling back to the center of the mat.
The Blitz tries to counter with a takedown but Island is quick to defend against it.
An inside leg kick from The Blitz misses.
The Blitz defends well against a solid takedown attempt from Island.
Island shoots in looking for a takedown but The Blitz manages to keep the fight standing, pushing Island's face into the canvas for good measure before circling away.
Jose The Blitz has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.
Island tries to score a power double leg takedown but The Blitz sees that one coming and sprawls well. That will dishearten Island somewhat.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and The Blitz counters with a takedown into side control! That could mean trouble for Island!
Island is wobbling all over the place through exhaustion. Will he make it to the final bell?#T1#
The Blitz trying to control the action but Island is working from the bottom.
The Blitz remains in side control and seems content to stay there. It's a versatile position from which he can work both strikes and submissions, whilst maintaining that control, so maybe he'll sit here for a while.
The Blitz tries to move into full mount but can't pass Island's legs.
The Blitz trying to control the action but Island is working from the bottom.
Mister Island has stepped it up - he knows he needs a finish here!#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
The Blitz has control of an arm but Island manages to advance to The Blitz's back!
The Blitz is defending well here and trying to improve his position.
The Blitz tries to escape the position - he's now mounted. Is that better or worse? Hard to tell!
Island prevents The Blitz from getting the reversal.#SUB2#
Island looking to secure an arm triangle but The Blitz defends it well. #SUB2#
Island goes for an armbar but he's fallen flat on his backside there and now The Blitz is on top in guard.
#T3#
Island has control of The Blitz's left arm, preventing The Blitz from doing any damage.
The Blitz slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a triangle but The Blitz pushes his legs off easily.
Island is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
The Blitz trying to control but Island is working from the bottom.
The Blitz is going to have to think about doing something other than just controlling because Island is managing to avoid having the position dictated to him.
The Blitz stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Island swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
The Blitz trying to control the position from guard on top but Island is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
The Blitz postures up in Island's guard and throws a big left but Island blocks it.
And that's the end of the fight!
Jose The Blitz showed his dominance in that final round.
I think The Blitz has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 5 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 49:46
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 49:46
Judge Dirk Anderson scores the fight 49:46
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Jose The Blitz!
Jose The Blitz retains his bantamweight title!
After winning the bout, Jose The Blitz thanked all his fans and promised he'd do even better in his next fight. The crowd seemed to love his humility.
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Event:
FF 10: Day of the Witch
Date: Nov 10, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
Island throws the overhand right but ducks down into a quick takedown attempt. McHough was covering up waiting for the punch and Island finishes the takedown easily into guard.
Island pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. McHough is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
Island trying to control but McHough is working from the bottom.
Island trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but McHough is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We get told so often about how wrestlers don't like to be on their backs. Let's see if McHough can do anything to dispel that myth.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#SUB#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
McHough keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully. #T1##SUB#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #SUB#
Island thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Island controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Island passes easily into side control. Nice work.#T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
McHough is trying to control Island's posture but Island avoids it. #SUB#
Island has hold of McHough's arm here. He's working for an Americana. It looks like he might have it! McHough tries to escape but he's just digging himself in deeper - Island cranks the arm and McHough screams in pain! The ref makes a decision and ends the fight before the tap - no complains from McHough, who is just happy to have his arm attached to his body.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:29 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mister Island!
Mister Island was full of energy after the big win and talked about how he thinks he can do big things in this sport. The crowd were appreciative of his determination to succeed.
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Event:
IFC 17
Date: Sep 30, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Island feints and as Bell raises his hands in defense, Island changes levels and drives through with a takedown into guard.
Bell trying to keep a closed guard but Island is proving a slippery customer.
#SUB#
Bell has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Island can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself. #SUB#
Bell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB#
Bell working for a triangle but Island defends it easily.
#SUB#
Bell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell can't keep his opponent in guard - Island advances to half guard, no doubt looking to mount.
Bell tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg. #T1##SUB2#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Bell defends the submission attempt.
Island wants to control but Bell is keeping him busy. #SUB2#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
Island is thwarting Bell's attempts to control the position.
Bell moves his hips nicely and gets into full guard.#SUB#
Bell looking for submissions from the bottom here. Moving his hips around, possibly looking for an armbar.
Bell controls Island momentarily but Island frees himself. #SUB2#
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
Bell looks to be in better condition than last time we saw him fight. Obviously he's been working hard on his cardio.
Bell working a defensive guard here.
#T2#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Island trying to control but Bell is working from the bottom.
Bell looking to control.
#SUB2#
Island drops back looking for a leg! Bell is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bell manages to kick Island off! Island jumps back into Bell's guard. #SUB#
Bell escapes his hips to the side and looks to be working for an armbar. Island gives him a little smile and shakes his head. No chance. #SUB2#
Island thinks about going for a leg but decides against it, in order to maintain the position.
Bell looking to sweep here. No luck so far.
Bell manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Island manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVR#
Island keeping moving, preventing Bell from controlling successfully. #T3#
Bell throwing strikes from guard but Island blocks nicely. #SUB2#
Island working for a triangle but Bell defends it easily.
Bell is looking to work some ground and pound but Island has wrist control.
Bell advances position into side control!
A lull in the action here as Bell stalls from top position.#SUB#
Bell is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Island has escaped the position, nice work there. #T4#
Bell trying to control the position but Island is working away.
Island is trying to stand back up. He's worked his way up against the cage but Bell has just dragged him back down to the mat.#SUB#
Bell tries for a kimura but Island is defending well.
We've been informed that Island has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.#SUB#
Bell is trying to land an Americana. He has the arm isolated but Island is keeping cool and he's avoided the danger for now.
Island is trying to control Bell's posture but Bell avoids it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!#SUB#
Bell is trying to get an arm triangle but Island is defending well.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Island is trying to control Bell's posture but Bell avoids it.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
That was a close round but I would say that Dominique Bell will probably get the nod.
The minute break is over - no more time for sponges and pep talks - back to the action!
#R2#
Bell shoots in for a double leg but Island sprawls well. That's going to sap some energy.
Bell throws a head kick that misses and slips in the process. He scrambles back to his feet and the fighters circle.
Island with the counter takedown but Bell avoids it easily.
Bell tries for a takedown but Island sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.
Bell shoots in for a takedown - he's clinched up with Island but Island pushes him off and we're back to square one.
And Island tries to counter it with a takedown but Bell pushes his down on his head and steps out.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Dominique Bell. That's going to take a lot out of him.
Bell fails with a rather predictable takedown attempt.#TD#
Bell closes the distance and gets a double leg, slamming Island to the mat! Island manages to get full guard. #ES2#
The fighters are working up against the cage. Island manages to wriggle his way back to his feet, so the fighters are now clinched against the cage.#TD2#
Island manages to pull guard.
#SUB2#
Bell avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
Bell tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard. #T1##SUB2#
Island throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB#
Bell drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Island dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Island has been the more effective fighter overall so far.
Island trying to control the position from guard on top but Bell is wriggling around, looking for whatever he can. #SUB#
Bell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Island is aware though and is defending well.
Island stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Bell swivels though and keeps the full guard.
Bell keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully.
Island slows down the pace of the fight for a moment. He'll need to remain active if he doesn't want to see the fight stood back up. #SUB2#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T2##SUB#
Bell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Island is aware though and is defending well.
Island trying to control but Bell is working from the bottom.
Island sneaks a leg through and gets to half guard. That was like a knife through butter how easily he passed Bell's guard.
Bell wants to get back to full guard.
Island keeping composed on the top, looking to control the action.#SUB2#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
#SUB#
Bell looking for submissions from an awkward position here.#SUB2#
Island wants to work for an arm triangle but Bell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura here.
#T3#
Bell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bell defends it well.
Island moves into full mount! Bell won't be happy about that! #SUB2#
Island jumps to side control looking for an arm triangle but Bell manages to avoid the submission attempt. #SUB2#
Island is trying to get an arm triangle but Bell is defending well.
Island trying to control the position but Bell is working away. #T4#
Bell is trying to get back to half guard.#SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura. He might have it! No, Bell has escaped the position, nice work there.
Bell manages to work his way to half guard, despite Island's best efforts.
Bell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bell is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Island wants to pass the guard but Bell is keeping the position.#SUB#
Bell pushes a forearm under Island's chin to create some space. He's escaped his hips and pivoted quickly for an armbar! Can he extend the arm? Yes, Island is tapping out! Damn, that was fast!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:58 of round 2, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Dominique Bell!
Dominique Bell retains his bantamweight title!
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Event:
TNR 2
Date: Sep 12, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Island gets a takedown into half guard.#SUB2#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
Island seems very keen to just sit and control from half guard but Petpanpamnuang does not like that idea so much and is remaining active off his back. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a kimura but Petpanpamnuang is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Island to get the leverage. #SUB2#
Island is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#SUB2#
Island in half guard on the top. He's looking for a kimura... He's got it locked and he's managed to free his trapped foot. Petpanpamnuang tries to escape but it's on too tight and he has to tap! Great BJJ skills there from Island!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:47 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Kimura). Mister Island!
After the fight, Mister Island was humble in paying tribute to his opponent but made it clear he wants to go on to bigger and better things. It seemed to go down well with the crowd who cheered him loudly.
Yodmuay Petpanpamnuang was interviewed post fight and said 'Bullshit'.
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Event:
Fight Nights 6: Sodoma
Date: Aug 28, 2017 |
#R1#
McHough cracks the inside of Island's front leg.
Island shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and McHough counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Island thinking.
McHough is looking to slow Island down with leg kicks.
Island tries for a takedown but McHough circles away easily
and McHough counters with a nice jab to the body that keeps Island thinking.
McHough pivots as if he's going to throw a leg kick but stops half way.
McHough chopping away at his opponent's legs.
Island fails with a takedown attempt.
That's three failed takedown attempts in the round for Mister Island. That's going to take a lot out of him.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island with a poor takedown
and McHough cracks him with a counter punch right on the button.
Island tries for a takedown but McHough sees it coming a mile off and avoids it easily.#T1#
Island gets cracked with a nice right hand there by McHough.
McHough turns his hip over beautifully as he lands a nice leg kick.
McHough scoring well with a low kick there.
McHough has worked on his takedown defense in the runup to this fight and it is paying off so far.
Island shoots in but doesn't get the takedown
and McHough counters with a good right hand that lands right on the jaw.
McHough digs a good body shot into Island's ribs.
Island goes for a double leg but McHough avoids the attempt and the two fighters end up clinched against the cage as McHough continues to drive forward.
McHough lands a nice looking kick to the body. Island takes a step back to recover.
Island is breathing heavily.
McHough dips down and scores with a jab to the body.
Island takes a shot to the body in his stride.
#T2#
McHough fakes a head shot and lands one to the body.
Fantastic stuff here - a very entertaining period of action, which has drawn cheers from the crowd.
A left lands for McHough.
Ben McHough is looking to keep the fight on the feet at all costs.
Island takes a push kick to the midsection and stumbles backwards.
McHough connects with a single shot there.#ROC2#
Island is rocked!
Island looks up at the clock. Bad move! McHough lands a right hand from hell, dropping Island. McHough pounces and finishes the fight with a flurry of punches and elbows.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 2:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of TKO (Strikes). Ben McHough!
Ben McHough is the new bantamweight champion!
An out of breath Ben McHough thanked his loyal fans in his post fight interview, giving them credit for his success over the course of his career.
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Event:
Fight Nights 4 - Bloodfest
Date: Aug 14, 2017 |
#R1#
Hercules lands a pitter patter jab to the forehead of his opponent.
Hercules scores with a hook to the body. Island takes a step back and tries to catch his breath.
Hercules bobs and weaves and throws out a fast jab that snaps Island's head backwards.
Hercules clobbers Island with an overhand right that has the crowd gasping. That made a horrendous noise.
Island shoots in but no luck this time.
Hercules works the jab nicely.
Hercules throws a combination that misses #TD#
and Island counters with a nice shoot takedown that brings the fighters to the ground. #SUB#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position.
The crowd are loving this. Great action here.
Hercules is looking to stand back up... there's a bit of a scramble and Island dives into side control.
#SUB#
Island thinks about going for a far side armbar but bails out and retains the dominant position instead. #SUB#
Island is working for what looks like an arm triangle here. Hercules is trying to escape and Island transitions quickly into an armbar! He's slapped it on tight and Hercules is forced to tap! Nice work there by Island! Very nice indeed!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:58 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mister Island!
Mister Island retains his bantamweight title!
Mister Island decided to go for the less than humble approach in his post fight interview, telling everyone how he is going to conquer the world. The crowd seemed to like it when really that sort of approach could have gone either way.
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Event:
IFC10 - INVASION
Date: Aug 05, 2017 |
#R1##TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bell enables Island to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bell manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
We could do with one of the fighters taking the initiative a bit more on the ground - they're both waiting to capitalize on a mistake.
Bell working a defensive guard here.
#SUB#
Island drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Bell dives on top into guard.#REVB#
Island keeping moving, preventing Bell from controlling successfully.
Bell stands up and looks to throw the legs aside to pass to side control. Island swivels though and keeps the full guard. #SUB#
Island had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Bell defends it easily.
Bell wants to pass the guard but Island is keeping the position.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island keeping moving, preventing Bell from controlling successfully.
Island is trying to control the position from the bottom.
#T1#
Bell wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving.
Bell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Bell passes easily into side control. Nice work.
Bell throwing shots but missing, from side control.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Bell tries to advance to mount but Island denies him.
Island regains half guard there - taking advantage of Bell's attempt to lay and pray for a moment.
Bell trying to mount his opponent but Island defends it.
Island definitely looks more muscular than last time we saw him fight.
Bell is stalling here. Island is in no mood to hang around though. He's locked up a kimura from the bottom! Bell seems to be keeping calm but he's forced to roll out of the hold and Island has ended up in side control on the top. Nice work. #T2#
Bell is trying to control Island's posture but Island avoids it. #SUB#
Island looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Island wants to lay and pray for a moment but Bell keeps working.
Bell gets one leg under and gets the fight to half guard.
Bell gets full guard.#SUB2#
Bell working for a triangle but Island defends it easily.
#SUB#
Island drops back looking for a leg! Bell is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bell manages to kick Island off! Island jumps back into Bell's guard. #SUB#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there. #T3##SUB#
Island drops back looking for a leg! Bell is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bell manages to kick Island off! Island jumps back into Bell's guard. #SUB2#
Bell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.#SUB#
Island is trying to work a guillotine from the top, or something like that? Don't know how he thinks he's going to get a finish from there.
There's a bit of a scramble here and now Bell is on top in guard.
#REVB#
We've been informed that Bell has been working hard on his conditioning in the buildup to the fight.
Bell looking to sit in guard and control but Island gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVR#
Bell keeping moving, preventing Island from controlling successfully. #T4##SUB2#
Bell throwing his legs up looking for a triangle.
#SUB2#
Bell looking for submissions off his back, moving his hips, looking for an opening.
#SUB2#
Bell working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Island doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Island manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Bell manages to sweep nicely, so he's now on top. Island manages to get himself to full guard.
#REVB#
Bell is pushing down on Island's leg trying to pass to half guard. Island is fighting to maintain full guard but Bell has managed to sneak the leg through.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.#SUB2#
Bell seems to be looking for submissions.
Island trying to control but Bell postures up.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Dominique Bell will probably get the nod.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R2##TD#
Island bobs and weaves into range and then changes levels and scores with a nice takedown into side control.
Bell manages to get back to half guard.#SUB#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bell has managed to free his arm - good work. #SUB#
Island is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bell is just riding it out for now. Island eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Bell defends the submission attempt.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell wants to get back to full guard.
Bell keeps trying to improve his position.
Bell is refusing to be controlled, as Island sits in half guard. #T1#
Bell tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg. #SUB#
Island seems to be looking for submissions.
Bell gets back to full guard.
#SUB2#
Bell is working actively off his back, looking to secure an arm or perhaps work for a triangle.
Bell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB#
Island drops back looking for a leg! Bell is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Bell manages to kick Island off! Island jumps back into Bell's guard. #SUB2#
Island avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
#T2#
The crowd are getting on the fighters' backs, as the pace has dropped off in the last minute or so.#SUB2#
Bell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Island defends well.#SUB2#
Bell is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Island defends well.#SUB2#
Bell working for a triangle but Island defends it easily.
Island is pushing down on Bell's leg trying to pass to half guard. Bell is fighting to maintain full guard but Island has managed to sneak the leg through.
Bell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though. #T3##SUB#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Bell has managed to free his arm - good work.
Bell is looking for a sweep. Island is wise to his cunning plan and keeps the top position.#SUB#
Island seems to be working for a kimura but Bell defends the submission attempt.#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there. #SUB#
Island is trying for a guillotine from the top but the pressure isn't in the right place so Bell is just riding it out for now. Island eventually gives up the hold. #SUB#
Island is trying a forearm choke… I don't think that's going to do much at this level of the game.
#T4#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
The fighters are battling for position here. Bell manages to regain full guard. Nice work.
Bell is trying to control the position but Island postures up.
Bell wants to sweep here but Island controlling him for the moment.
Island wants to control from the top but Bell keeps moving.
Island passes Bell's left leg - he's now in half guard.
Island looks over to his corner - he wants some instructions but his corner are not responding.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bell is looking to control Island's leg but it's slowly edging free. Can Bell avoid being mounted?#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura but he's never going to get it from there.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mister Island dominated that second round.
The fighters get back to their feet, the hooter sounds and we're back to the action!
#R3#
Bell doesn't succeed with the takedown#TD#
and Island counters with a nice double leg into guard. #SUB2#
Bell looking for a guillotine here but Island defends easily.
#SUB2#
Island avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Island trying to control but Bell is working from the bottom.
Bell looking for a sweep. Not yet Bell, not yet.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell not looking particularly offensive just at the moment.
#SUB#
Island drops back for a leg! It's a sloppy attempt though and Island jumps back into guard quickly, to retain the dominant position. #SUB2#
Bell is throwing his legs up, looking for submissions. Island is aware though and is defending well.#SUB#
Island drops back looking for a heel hook - he quickly realises he's not going to get it but Bell manages to dive on top of him before he can escape and now Island has Bell in his guard.#REVB##T1#
Bell advances to half guard.
Island won't allow Bell to pass to mount. #SUB2#
Bell is looking for a kimura but Island is holding onto that half guard position, so it's hard for Bell to get the leverage.
Bell throws a strike but Island avoids it easily and moves to full guard.
Bell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Island is keeping the position for now.
Island controls Bell momentarily but Bell frees himself.
Bell trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet. #T2#
Island keeping moving, preventing Bell from controlling successfully.
Bell pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Island is keeping the position for now. #SUB#
Island is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
Bell is fighting to break Island's control of his arms but Island is doing a good job of controlling the position at the moment.#SUB2#
Bell drops back for a leg but he's not going to get it - he lets go and Island dives on top into guard.#REVR##SUB2#
Bell has an active guard here but Island has managed to pass into half guard.
#T3##SUB#
Island is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
#SUB#
Island is looking for a kimura. It's going to be difficult to finish that from half guard though and Bell defends it well.
Bell tries to get to full guard but Island has control of the leg. #SUB#
Island wants to work for an arm triangle but Bell is really keeping half guard well and defending the submission attempt.
Island tries to pass the half guard into mount. Bell knows what he's doing though and prevents the attempt. #SUB#
Island is sneakily working for an arm triangle but Bell sees it coming and defends easily.
Island prevents Bell from improving his position.#T4#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Bell trying to control here.
Bell is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Bell is not content to let Island control the position.
Island is pressing down on Bell's thigh, looking to free his foot. Bell is holding on for now. #SUB#
Island is thinking about going for an arm triangle but he can't free his leg.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Bell wants to control but Island is keeping busy.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mister Island clearly takes that round.
The referee calls time. The cornermen exit stage left and we're back to business.
#R4#
Bell has a takedown stuffed.
Island drops down looking for a counter takedown but Bell sprawls and moves away.#TD#
A momentary lapse in concentration from Bell enables Island to shoot in and score with a neat double leg. Bell manages to secure a closed guard as the fighters hit the mat.
Bell trying to control the position.
Bell wants to sweep here but Island controlling him for the moment.
Island pressing down on his opponent's thigh, looking to pass guard. Bell is keeping the position for now.
Island trying to control but Bell is working from the bottom.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Bell is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.#SUB2#
Bell has a loose triangle. He'll be looking to tighten that up but Island can see exactly what he's planning and manages to posture up and free himself.
Island works a leg free and moves into half guard. #T1#
Bell is pressing down on Island's left leg trying to get back to full guard. He's managed it.
Island looking to sit in guard and control but Bell gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB##SUB#
Island has his feet on Bell's thighs here. He's pushed Bell off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Bell screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 1:37 of round 4, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mister Island!
Mister Island is the new bantamweight champion!
Mister Island decided to hype himself up post fight. It was going well but he went on about it a bit too long and the crowd turned on him a little.
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Event:
IFC Wednesday Night Fights #6
Date: Jul 26, 2017 |
#R1##TD2#
Island shoots in for a takedown and gets it.
Island passes to side control. #SUB2#
Island has an Americana. Cooper Iv didn't react quickly enough there and he's in big trouble now! He tries to squirm out but is forced to tap! Island is delighted and gyrates in front of the ring girls. They seem to like the attention - it'll be interesting to see if Island hooks up with any of them at the after show party.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 0:32 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Americana). Mister Island!
Mister Island bigged himself up after the win. The crowd seemed to love it.
Ray Cooper Iv was interviewed post fight and said 'Indigo Myles is tough. Good job to him, i'll be back! I must get back to the gym and improve my game. Thanks for coming out to support me and this event. Shout out to my sponsor Quarks nutrition.'.
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Event:
Mon Night Fights#1- Evil Ways
Date: Jul 10, 2017 |
#R1##CL#
Grind moves into the clinch.
Island can't get the takedown.
Island fails to pull the fight into his guard.
Grind stalling.
Island goes for a takedown in the clinch but Grind prevents it.
Grind Grind has stuffed three takedown attempts in the round now. That's going to take a lot out of Mister Island.
Grind stalls. #TD#
Grind works for the underhooks and manages to get a trip takedown into guard. #SUB2#
Island is looking for a guillotine. You can't force these things though and Grind defends well.
Island keeping moving, preventing Grind from controlling successfully.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#T1#
Grind looking to sit in guard and control but Island gets the butterfly guard and sweeps. He's now in the guard on the top. #REVB#
Grind managing to control the position.
Island trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Grind trying to keep a closed guard but Island is proving a slippery customer.
Island wants to control from the top but Grind keeps moving. #SUB2#
Island drops back looking for a leg! Grind is in trouble here! The fighters roll with the hold and Grind manages to kick Island off! Island jumps back into Grind's guard.
The ref warns both fighters not to hold the cage as they work up against the meshing.
Grind is working the butterfly guard. He manages to land a nice scissor sweep and is now in half guard on the top. Nice move. #REVR##T2##SUB2#
Island actively working from the bottom here.
Grind stalling away here and it's allowed Island to slip out his trapped foot and regain full guard. #SUB2#
Grind avoids a guillotine attempt easily.
Grind tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard. #SUB2#
Island had isolated an arm as going for a kimura. Grind defends it easily.#T3#
Grind wants to control from the top but Island keeps moving. #SUB2#
Island working from the bottom, still in full guard. He's managed to get a loose triangle. Grind doesn't seem to be doing much to defend here, obviously he feels comfortable in the position. Grind manages to throw the legs off his shoulder and he's back into guard - no problem.
Grind trying to pass the guard but can't manage it just yet.
Island is working from a closed guard but he's struggling to control his opponent.
Island has a closed guard, preventing anything of note from happening. Perhaps he's looking to stall.
Grind connects with a couple of short punches.#T4#
Grind tries to free his leg and advance position but Island is retaining full guard.
Grind has to be careful here, sitting in the guard of a superior BJJ player.#SUB2#
Island has his feet on Grind's thighs here. He's pushed Grind off and worked for a very quick armbar from the bottom! He's flipped onto his stomach and he's cranking hard on the arm! Grind screams in pain and taps out! This one is all over!
Ladies and gentlemen, after 4:33 of round 1, we have a winner by way of Submission (Armbar). Mister Island!
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Event:
Island Aspire 6
Date: Jun 24, 2017 |
#R1#
Island moves out of range of the body kick from Reo Jr.
Island takes a hook to the side of the head. I wonder if that's got his ears ringing.
#CL#
Reo Jr tries to keep at a distance but Island has taken the fight into the clinch.
Island avoids the elbow strike from Reo Jr, against the cage.
Reo Jr misses with an elbow over the top.#TD#
Island tightens his grip and picks Reo Jr up, before dumping him to the ground. Reo Jr manages to land in guard.
Island slows down the pace of the fight, as he sits in guard.
Island postures up to throw the ground and pound strikes but they don't connect.
The fighters are pressed up against the cage, both looking to find a bit of space to work.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island controls from within his opponent's guard. #SUB2#
Reo Jr is active off his back here, looking for submissions.
#T1#
Island controls the pace of the fight for a moment.
Island lands a couple of digs.
Island wants to stand but Reo Jr has a closed guard, so he can't escape.
Island looking to control the position here, rather than advance.
Reo Jr is trying to keep Island in close.
#REF3#
The referee has decided to stand the fighters back up, so we'll restart on the feet.#T2#
The crowd are hurling abuse towards the fighters... You can hardly blame them though because there isn't a lot going on in the fight.
Crunch! Reo Jr slams his shin into Island's torso.
Island moves out of range of the body kick from Reo Jr.
As Reo Jr looks to move away, Island throws a big counter combo but Reo Jr just gets out of the way.#TD#
Island drives through with a really nice takedown into side control.#SUB#
Island looking for an arm triangle but it's way too loose to do anything.
Island controls the position. #T3#
Reo Jr defending against the ground and pound. #SUB#
Island tries for an arm triangle. That looks pretty tight to me. Is this one over!?! Possibly, maybe, no Island has let go of the choke. Obviously it wasn't as tight as we thought! #SUB#
Island is looking to finish here, going for an Americana. Reo Jr knows the correct defense though, so he's OK.
The fighters are starting to perspire pretty heavily.
Island moving around in side mount but really he's just happy to control for now. #T4#
My god... these two guys really need to pick up the pace or everyone will leave to go get a beer.
Island has control of an arm but Reo Jr manages to advance to Island's back!
Island trying to control but he's just got himself in more trouble.
Island wants to get back to his feet.
The crowd thankful this round is nearly over.
Island prevents Reo Jr from getting a body triangle.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
A close round but Xavier Reo Jr will probably get the nod.
That's time! Back to the action!
#R2##CL#
Island forces Reo Jr back against the cage and clinches.
Island is looking to break free of the clinch but Reo Jr has double underhooks.
Island avoids a wild elbow strike from Reo Jr.
Reo Jr fails to land with a short punch on the inside.
Island avoids the elbow strike from Reo Jr, against the cage.
Island misses with a hook to the ribs.
Island blocks the elbow strike.
Reo Jr creates a bit of distance and throws an elbow that only just misses. #BC2#
Reo Jr breaks the clinch and we're back to striking at distance.
Reo Jr fakes with a right hand and throws a good leg kick, right into the thigh. That had to hurt Island.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.#TD#
Island dives in and scores a takedown into Reo Jr's guard.
Island loading up with the ground and pound but he's missing more than he's landing in this flurry.
Island tries to stand but Reo Jr is controlling from the bottom.
Reo Jr being controlled here, momentarily. #T1#
Island pushing down on Reo Jr's thigh, trying to pass to half guard. He's managed it... Nice work.
Reo Jr wants to get back to full guard.
Island is controlling the pace.
Island trying to mount his opponent but Reo Jr defends it. #T2#
A lull in the action here being met with boos from the crowd.
Island stalling.
Reo Jr is looking to regain full guard. Not this time though.
Reo Jr is persisting with the attempt to improve his position.#SUB#
Island is trying to work for a kimura. This could be trouble! No, Reo Jr has managed to free his arm - good work.
Reo Jr is trying to control but can't.
#T3#
Island sitting in half guard, looking to land shots. Reo Jr defending well though.
Island takes a deep breath and rests his weight momentarily on top of his opponent, to control the position.#REF3#
The referee has stepped in and called for a break in the action. We'll restart on the feet.#CL#
Island has Reo Jr up against the cage in a clinch.
Reo Jr throws an elbow but it misses.
Island wants to break free. God knows he wants to breaaaak freeee.
Island jumps guard but his hands slip and he falls flat on his back. Well, he's made himself look a right mug there, as Reo Jr walks away with a smile on his face. Island gets slowly back to his feet and shakes his head.
Reo Jr lands a leg kick that knocks Island off balance momentarily.
Reo Jr checks a low kick. Bone on bone - not my idea of a good time.
Reo Jr swings away with a counter right hand but no contact made.#TD#
Island shoots in and gets a takedown into Reo Jr's guard.
Island slips effortlessly into side control - very nice.
Island staying calm.#T4#
Reo Jr can't do much from the bottom here.
Island is staying tight to Reo Jr's torso, preventing him from escaping.
Reo Jr tries to buck Island off but Island is having none of it.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
A bit of a lull in the action. I'm sure it will pick up again soon... even if the ref has to physically pick them up and put them back on their feet.
And that’s the end of the round – the fighters go back to their corners.
Mister Island dominated that second round.
Well, the break between rounds is over. Let's get back to the scrappin! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final round!
#R3##TD#
Island shoots in for a takedown from distance. He catches Reo Jr napping and manages to drive through into side control!
Reo Jr is trying to escape the position but Island is controlling the position.
Island's ground tactics aren't going to win him many fans. Let's hope he's got fireworks for us if he gets back to his feet because he's not doing much on the ground.
Reo Jr is looking for a sweep.
Reo Jr is letting Island control him for a moment.
We've had a slow start to the round here - hopefully the action picks up.
Island advances to full mount.
Reo Jr wants to hold on but Island pushes him away.#T1#
Reo Jr is in all sorts of trouble here.
Island unloads with some shots from mount but Reo Jr bucks and avoids them well.
Island content just to control the position here.
Reo Jr is working to get back to half guard.
Island looking to control and managing it successfully. #T2#
Well. There's a bit of a lull in the action here and the crowd are starting to get restless.
Reo Jr tries to reverse the position but Island maintains control.
Reo Jr tries to hold on but Island postures up.
Island misses with a series of strikes from mount. He'll no doubt be working on his ground and pound when he gets back to the gym.
Island looking to control and managing it successfully.
Island punching from mount but Reo Jr doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Island is really dominating this fight. Is there anything that Reo Jr can do to turn this around?
Island wants to get back to his feet but Reo Jr is holding on tight.
You get the feeling that Reo Jr really doesn't like being in this position too much.
#T3#
Island content just to control the position here.
Reo Jr is looking to get to half guard.
Island unloads with some shots from mount but Reo Jr bucks and avoids them well.
Island controlling the position easily from mount.
Mister Island overall seems to be getting the better of the ground position in the fight so far.
Island dominating with strikes here.
Reo Jr wants to control but Island is having none of it.#T4#
Reo Jr is working to get back to half guard.
A nice elbow there by Island.
Reo Jr tries to get back to half guard but can't.
Island punching from mount but Reo Jr doing a good job of avoiding damage.
Reo Jr is working to get back to half guard.
Island throwing strikes here but Reo Jr is writhing around nicely and avoiding any serious damage.
Boooooooooooooooooooo!!! God, this has been a terrible round. Come on you two, sort yourselves out!
Reo Jr really trying hard to get back to half guard here.
And that's the end of the fight!
Mister Island showed his dominance in that final round.
I think Island has won this one but let's see what the judges have to say. Over to the ring announcer for the scorecards.
Ladies and gentlemen, after 3 rounds of action, we go to the scorecards for a decision.
Judge Santiago Holmes scores the fight 29:28
Judge Bart Greer scores the fight 29:28
Judge Winston Alpacca scores the fight 30:28
In favor of your winner, by unanimous decision... Mister Island!
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